The R&B singer and his stunning wife welcomed a darling baby girl into their family on Dec. 13 — and Jay could not be any more excited! Congrats to the happy couple!
Jay Sean and his beautiful wife Thara Natalie welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Ayva Loveen Kaur Jhooti into their lives on Dec. 13. The proud new dad announced her arrival and showed off a stunning collage of his daughter’s first snaps on Dec. 16, along with the most touching message to his new family!
Jay Sean Baby Born: R&B Artist & Wife Thara Natalie Welcome A Baby Girl
“Yuuuuup! I’m a daddy!!!!!” Jay proudly declared on Instagram. His wife gave birth to the couple’s first child together, a daughter named Ayva on Dec. 13.
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Little Avya weighed in at 6 pounds, 7 ounces, according to Jay’s Instagram message.
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Jay Sean and his beautiful wife Thara Natalie welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Ayva Loveen Kaur Jhooti into their lives on Dec. 13. The proud new dad announced her arrival and showed off a stunning collage of his daughter’s first snaps on Dec. 16, along with the most touching message to his new family!
Jay Sean Baby Born: R&B Artist & Wife Thara Natalie Welcome A Baby Girl
“Yuuuuup! I’m a daddy!!!!!” Jay proudly declared on Instagram. His wife gave birth to the couple’s first child together, a daughter named Ayva on Dec. 13.
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Little Avya weighed in at 6 pounds, 7 ounces, according to Jay’s Instagram message.
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- 12/16/2013
- by Kristine Hope Kowalski
- HollywoodLife
Weighing in at six pounds, once ounce, newborn Laiyah Shannon was welcomed into the world this past Tuesday (September 3) by her parents Monica (the R&B singer) and Shannon Brown (the Phoneix Suns basketball player).
It’s the couple’s first child together. Brown posted a photo from his Instagram account, and Tweeted, "I Thank God for her!!! Joy has been restored in my Life!!!"
Monica's sons from a previous relationship, eight-year-old Rodney and five-year-old Romelo, were also present for their baby sister’s arrival. 32-year-old Monica had a natural birth.
The Grammy winner and the NBA star first met in June 2010 while shooting the music video for her song "Love All Over Me." They married in secret six months later.
It’s the couple’s first child together. Brown posted a photo from his Instagram account, and Tweeted, "I Thank God for her!!! Joy has been restored in my Life!!!"
Monica's sons from a previous relationship, eight-year-old Rodney and five-year-old Romelo, were also present for their baby sister’s arrival. 32-year-old Monica had a natural birth.
The Grammy winner and the NBA star first met in June 2010 while shooting the music video for her song "Love All Over Me." They married in secret six months later.
- 9/7/2013
- GossipCenter
The R&B singer gave birth to a little girl named Laiyah on Sept. 3. Monica and her NBA Phoenix Suns player husband added a darling little girl to their family of three young boys. Congrats!
Monica, 32, and her NBA husband Shannon Brown welcomed a beautiful 6-pound baby girl named Laiyah on Sept. 3. This is the couple’s first daughter together. They announced their exciting news on Sept. 6.
Monica Gives Birth: Singer & Husband Shannon Brown Welcome A Baby Girl Named Laiyah
Laiyah is the couple’s first child together, and the first baby girl in the family! Monica has two sons, Rodney and Romelo, with rapper Rocko. Shannon has a son named Christopher.
Family friend Vanessa Bryant — wife of Kobe Bryant — broke the news on her Instagram account on Sept. 6, posting a pic of Monica and Shannon with the following message:
I am so honored to announce that baby Laiyah Brown has arrived!
Monica, 32, and her NBA husband Shannon Brown welcomed a beautiful 6-pound baby girl named Laiyah on Sept. 3. This is the couple’s first daughter together. They announced their exciting news on Sept. 6.
Monica Gives Birth: Singer & Husband Shannon Brown Welcome A Baby Girl Named Laiyah
Laiyah is the couple’s first child together, and the first baby girl in the family! Monica has two sons, Rodney and Romelo, with rapper Rocko. Shannon has a son named Christopher.
Family friend Vanessa Bryant — wife of Kobe Bryant — broke the news on her Instagram account on Sept. 6, posting a pic of Monica and Shannon with the following message:
I am so honored to announce that baby Laiyah Brown has arrived!
- 9/6/2013
- by Kristine Hope Kowalski
- HollywoodLife
The girl is theirs! Monica and Shannon Brown are the proud new parents of a baby daughter. The 32-year-old singer and her 27-year-old NBA player husband welcomed their first child together, daughter Laiyah Brown, on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Family friend Vanessa Bryant was the first to share the couple's baby news on Instagram Thursday, Sept. 5. "I am so honored to announce that baby Laiyah Brown has arrived! Mommy and baby are healthy and well," Bryant, the wife of Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant, captioned a [...]...
- 9/6/2013
- Us Weekly
The sexy singer only has a few more weeks to go until she gives birth to her baby girl — her third child overall — and on Saturday, Aug. 24, Monica celebrated her daughter-to-be, and revealed the little one’s name to all the guests in attendance!
Monica, 32, already has two sons, so she’s a pro at throwing baby showers. And on Aug. 24, just weeks before her third child is due, the singer definitely proved it.
Monica Throws All-Out Baby Shower
Monica invited close to 200 guests to her carnival-themed shower, which was held at Jermaine Dupri’s house, according to People. Her NBA star husband Shannon Brown was in attendance, as were other stars like Ludacris, Nene and Greg Leakes, and Keri Hilson. The big baby party stayed true to the theme, featuring white horses, stilt walkers, jugglers, and a miniature circus tent.
“It was very whimsical, just like a Disney princess...
Monica, 32, already has two sons, so she’s a pro at throwing baby showers. And on Aug. 24, just weeks before her third child is due, the singer definitely proved it.
Monica Throws All-Out Baby Shower
Monica invited close to 200 guests to her carnival-themed shower, which was held at Jermaine Dupri’s house, according to People. Her NBA star husband Shannon Brown was in attendance, as were other stars like Ludacris, Nene and Greg Leakes, and Keri Hilson. The big baby party stayed true to the theme, featuring white horses, stilt walkers, jugglers, and a miniature circus tent.
“It was very whimsical, just like a Disney princess...
- 8/26/2013
- by Andrew Gruttadaro
- HollywoodLife
Monica has a baby on board! The 32-year-old R&B singer revealed on her Twitter page Saturday that she's expecting her first child later this year with husband Shannon Brown. "Show time Chattanooga," Monica tweeted along with a link to an Instagram photo of her baby bump. After getting congratulations from actress Niecy Nash, Miss Thang added: "Thanks So Much…5 months & counting Lol #excited." No word on the exact due date for the little bundle of joy, but it's a new life indeed for Monica and Shannon. The Grammy winner and the NBA star first met in June 2010 while shooting the music video for her song "Love All Over Me" and married in secret six months...
- 5/14/2013
- E! Online
Excited for their first child together, Monica and husband Shannon Brown are expecting a bundle of joy this fall.
The R&B songstress confirmed the news via her Twitter account, sharing a pic of her growing baby bump with the comment, "5months & counting Lol #excited."
Having met on the set of the 32-year-old singer's "Love All Over Me" music video, the two married in November 2010.
Though Monica is mom to sons Rocko and Romelo Montez and Shannon is dad to Shannon Christopher, the two will bring the two families closer with the new addition.
The R&B songstress confirmed the news via her Twitter account, sharing a pic of her growing baby bump with the comment, "5months & counting Lol #excited."
Having met on the set of the 32-year-old singer's "Love All Over Me" music video, the two married in November 2010.
Though Monica is mom to sons Rocko and Romelo Montez and Shannon is dad to Shannon Christopher, the two will bring the two families closer with the new addition.
- 5/14/2013
- GossipCenter
The boy -- or girl -- is hers! R&B singer Monica will welcome a new addition to her family later this year, a baby with husband Shannon Brown, she confirmed via Twitter on Saturday, May 11, one day before Mother's Day. Sharing a photo of her pregnant belly, the mom-to-be praised her team for styling her "right" for Chattanooga, Tennessee's "A Night to Remember" event, where she performed to raise grant and scholarship money for urban youth. Later, she responded to well-wishers on Twitter, thanking pals including [...]...
- 5/13/2013
- Us Weekly
July 22: Actor Orson Bean ("Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman") is 84. Actress Louise Fletcher is 78. Singer Chuck Jackson is 75. Actor Terence Stamp is 74. Game show host Alex Trebek is 72. Singer George Clinton is 71. Singer-actor Bobby Sherman is 69. Actor Danny Glover is 66. Writer-director Paul Schrader is 66. Singer Don Henley is 65. Actor-comedian-director Albert Brooks is 65. Composer Alan Menken ("Little Mermaid," "Little Shop of Horrors") is 63. Musician Al Di Meola is 58. Actor Willem Dafoe is 57. Singer Keith Sweat is 51. Singer Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls is 49. Actor-comedian David Spade is 48. Actor John Leguizamo is 48. Bassist Pat Badger of Extreme is 45. Actor Rhys Ifans is 45. Musician Daniel Jones (Savage Garden) is 39. Singer Rufus Wainwright is 39. Actress Franka Potente ("The Bourne Identity") is 38. Actress Selena Gomez is 20.
July 23: Actress Gloria DeHaven is 87. Radio personality Don Imus is 72. Country singer Tony Joe White is 69. Actor Larry Manetti ("Magnum, P.I.") is 65. Singer David Essex is 65. Singer...
July 23: Actress Gloria DeHaven is 87. Radio personality Don Imus is 72. Country singer Tony Joe White is 69. Actor Larry Manetti ("Magnum, P.I.") is 65. Singer David Essex is 65. Singer...
- 7/19/2012
- by www.huffingtonpost.com
- Huffington Post
When Monica came by our office to promote her latest album New Life we were so impressed by how balanced her life is and how open she is about it all. She couldn't stop talking about how happy she is with new husband, L.A. Lakers' Shannon Brown, (she actually confessed to putting on 11 pounds of "happy weight" after their wedding) and how her family, immediate and extended, is making changes to live a healthier lifestyle.
- 12/5/2011
- by www.shape.com
- Huffington Post
So nice they did it twice!
Singer Monica, who we will always associate with "The Boy Is Mine" despite her many other hits, married La Laker Shannon Brown on Saturday... for the second time, People reports. The couple has actually been married since November, when they wed in a private, quiet ceremony at their house.
They met in June when Brown co-starred in Monica's "Love All Over Me" video, and Brown, who has one child from a previous relationship, proposed to Monica, who has two kids, by October.
This time, they went all-out for their big day, inviting hundreds of family and friends to a downtown La cathedral. The guest list boasted Lala Vazquez, Carmelo Anthony, Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher. Guests enjoyed a sit-down, three-course meal and a blue and purple theme.
Singer Monica, who we will always associate with "The Boy Is Mine" despite her many other hits, married La Laker Shannon Brown on Saturday... for the second time, People reports. The couple has actually been married since November, when they wed in a private, quiet ceremony at their house.
They met in June when Brown co-starred in Monica's "Love All Over Me" video, and Brown, who has one child from a previous relationship, proposed to Monica, who has two kids, by October.
This time, they went all-out for their big day, inviting hundreds of family and friends to a downtown La cathedral. The guest list boasted Lala Vazquez, Carmelo Anthony, Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher. Guests enjoyed a sit-down, three-course meal and a blue and purple theme.
- 7/11/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
How Harper Seven Beckham got her name! Who was Joe Jonas spotted getting flirty with? Kate Middleton paints a snail! Or is it a tortoise? Demi and Ashton enjoy pizza and beer in Idaho Monica marries Lakers Shannon Brown - again! A small fire broke out at a Rihanna concert Watch Minka Kelly cheering on boyfriend Derek Jeter's 3000th hit...
- 7/11/2011
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Monica and her Los Angeles Laker husband Shannon Brown walked down the aisle the second time on Saturday, July 9. The couple tied the knot the first time in November last year inside a 19th century cathedral Vibiana in downtown Los Angeles.
Unlike the first one, the weekend ceremony was attended by hundreds of friends and family including Lala Vazquez, Carmelo Anthony and Brown's teammates Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher. Guests were told to come in the shade of blue for the purple-and-blue themed reception organized by Mindy Weiss. The bride herself wore a Stephan Roland gown.
The lavish reception featured "a three-course sit-down dinner at tables decorated with centerpieces of hydrangea and roses by Mark's Garden" People reported.
Monica and Brown met for the first time when he appeared in her video for "Love All Over Me". The got engaged in October and married quietly a month later. "It's true,...
Unlike the first one, the weekend ceremony was attended by hundreds of friends and family including Lala Vazquez, Carmelo Anthony and Brown's teammates Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher. Guests were told to come in the shade of blue for the purple-and-blue themed reception organized by Mindy Weiss. The bride herself wore a Stephan Roland gown.
The lavish reception featured "a three-course sit-down dinner at tables decorated with centerpieces of hydrangea and roses by Mark's Garden" People reported.
Monica and Brown met for the first time when he appeared in her video for "Love All Over Me". The got engaged in October and married quietly a month later. "It's true,...
- 7/10/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
They've done it again!
R&B singer Monica wed her husband, Los Angeles Laker Shannon Brown, for the second time on Saturday - this time sealing the deal in front of hundreds of guests, according to People.
Monica, 30, and Shannon, 25, tied the knot in a Christian ceremony at a renovated 19th century cathedral in downtown Los Angeles, according to the mag.
Guests, including Lala Vasquez, Carmelo Anthony, and fellow Laker stars Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher, were asked to wear shades of blue to the joyous event, while the glowing bride wore a Stephan Roland gown, ...
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R&B singer Monica wed her husband, Los Angeles Laker Shannon Brown, for the second time on Saturday - this time sealing the deal in front of hundreds of guests, according to People.
Monica, 30, and Shannon, 25, tied the knot in a Christian ceremony at a renovated 19th century cathedral in downtown Los Angeles, according to the mag.
Guests, including Lala Vasquez, Carmelo Anthony, and fellow Laker stars Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher, were asked to wear shades of blue to the joyous event, while the glowing bride wore a Stephan Roland gown, ...
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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
- 7/10/2011
- by nobody@accesshollywood.com (AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff)
- Access Hollywood
Three hundred lucky people received a very special surprise in the mail last week. Extravagant invitations to Monica and Los Angeles Lakers guard Shannon Brown's official wedding ceremony went out -- and the who's who of entertainment that received them are all atwitter about the pair's upcoming big day. Monica and Shannon surprised their fans by announcing they'd gotten married in a secret ceremony at their L.A. home last November...
- 6/6/2011
- Essence
Like any mom, Monica is clearly smitten with her sons, Rocko, 5, and Romelo, 3. On any given day, the Grammy-winning singer tweets several images of her boys doing everything from watching stepdad Shannon Brown at a Lakers game or going on an Easter egg hunt. We'll admit we love watching the proud mom celebrate her beautiful children's every move. Let's take a look at one of our favorite celebrity moms out and about with her kids.
- 4/26/2011
- Essence
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Supporting his stepdad!
Monica and her son Romelo Montez, 3, pose for a courtside snapshot while watching the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena on Tuesday in Atlanta.
The singer’s husband, Shannon Brown, is a guard for the Lakers.
Monia, 30, is also mom to elder son Rocko, 5½, with ex-fiancé Rodney Hill.
Related: Monica Says Sons Were ‘Very Patient’ on Tour...
Supporting his stepdad!
Monica and her son Romelo Montez, 3, pose for a courtside snapshot while watching the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena on Tuesday in Atlanta.
The singer’s husband, Shannon Brown, is a guard for the Lakers.
Monia, 30, is also mom to elder son Rocko, 5½, with ex-fiancé Rodney Hill.
Related: Monica Says Sons Were ‘Very Patient’ on Tour...
- 3/10/2011
- by Sarah
- People - CelebrityBabies
R&B singer Monica is making plans to walk down the aisle with husband Shannon Brown again, after they married in secret last year. The "Boy Is Mine" hitmaker wed the Los Angeles Lakers player in a private ceremony at her home in November 2010, but now she's planning a second celebration so they can share their wedding joy with relatives.
She tells EOnline.com, "Our first wedding was in our home, but we're going to do it again so that our family can enjoy it. We're going to go all out and have a good time. I'm Southern and he's from Chicago. I'm very close to my mom and my family, but I'm also very close to my in-laws, so we just want to have one big party. What we did was... with each other, for each other and committed our lives to one another, so we didn't really need anybody else there.
She tells EOnline.com, "Our first wedding was in our home, but we're going to do it again so that our family can enjoy it. We're going to go all out and have a good time. I'm Southern and he's from Chicago. I'm very close to my mom and my family, but I'm also very close to my in-laws, so we just want to have one big party. What we did was... with each other, for each other and committed our lives to one another, so we didn't really need anybody else there.
- 2/16/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Monica has said that she will 'go all out' for her upcoming wedding to La Lakers player Shannon Brown. The couple revealed last month that they had secretly married in November 2010 but announced plans to hold another ceremony with more guests. "Our first wedding was in our home, but we're going to do it again so that our family can enjoy it," she told E Online. "We're going to go all out and have a good time. I'm Southern and he's from Chicago. I'm very close to my mom (more)...
- 2/15/2011
- by By Jennifer Still
- Digital Spy
Nothing says Valentine's Day at E! Online like some celebrity wedding scoop. R&B singer Monica and L.A. Lakers player Shannon Brown are getting married again this summer—to each other. Huh? Keep reading for the walk-down-the-aisle details... "Our first wedding was in our home, but we're going to do it again so that our family can enjoy it," Monica told me yesterday at the Grammys. The two announced last month that they quietly tied the knot in November after getting engaged the month before. "We're going to go all out and have a good time," Monica said. "I'm Southern and he's from Chicago. I'm very close to my mom and my...
- 2/15/2011
- E! Online
Tweet BeatKeri Hilson and Bobby BrownWe've visited the Twitter accounts of a favorite stars this week and they're as busy as ever. Many of them walked the red carpet, visited talk shows, danced at night clubs and a few bumped into each other in passing — like Keri Hilson and Bobby Brown! Check out who had the cutest twitpics of the week...Lenny KravitzLenny Kravitz is hard at work preparing his upcoming tour "Black and White America." We never thought working out looked so good. Kandi Burruss"RHoA" star Kandi Burruss looked sassy and sexy back stage at the Mo'Nique Show.Swizz BeatzSwizz Beatz treated his daughter to a treat this week. He took her for her first manicure!Monica and Shannon BrownThese two couldn't be more in love! Check out newlyweds Monica and Shannon Brown at a local night spot.KeKe PalmerKeKe Palmer was laying low in the trailer on...
- 2/3/2011
- Essence
R&B singer Monica has confirmed she secretly married her basketball star boyfriend Shannon Brown in November last year. The "Boy Is Mine" hitmaker began dating the Los Angeles Lakers player last summer after he portrayed her love interest in her music video for "Love All Over Me".
Rumors of an engagement were rife in October 2010 when Monica showed off a sparking diamond ring in a picture posted on her Twitter.com page. The singer has now confirmed the couple tied the knot a month later, sealing their whirlwind romance.
She tells HipHollywood.com, "This is a very special time in my life. I am blessed to have married the man that God sent me. He's loving, compassionate, strong and supportive of my children, family and career. I look forward to our lives together."
The secret ceremony took place at Monica's Los Angeles home. She was previously engaged to rapper Rodney 'Rocko' Hill,...
Rumors of an engagement were rife in October 2010 when Monica showed off a sparking diamond ring in a picture posted on her Twitter.com page. The singer has now confirmed the couple tied the knot a month later, sealing their whirlwind romance.
She tells HipHollywood.com, "This is a very special time in my life. I am blessed to have married the man that God sent me. He's loving, compassionate, strong and supportive of my children, family and career. I look forward to our lives together."
The secret ceremony took place at Monica's Los Angeles home. She was previously engaged to rapper Rodney 'Rocko' Hill,...
- 1/22/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Looks like Owen Wilson isn't the only one good at keeping joyous events under the radar. R&B singer Monica and her L.A. Laker man Shannon Brown have quietly tied the knot. And when we say quietly, we do mean quietly… The happy couple became husband and wife during a secret ceremony in Los Angeles on Nov. 22 of last year. "This is a very special time in my life. I am blessed to have married the man that God sent me," Monica just told HipHollywood.com. "He's loving, compassionate, strong and supportive of my children, family and career. I look forward to our lives together." The nuptials occurred a little more than a month after the "Love All Over...
- 1/21/2011
- E! Online
Looks like we were all a little tardy to the party for these nuptials.
Monica and La Laker Shannon Brown tied the knot in an intimate civil ceremony on Nov. 22 of last year. Brown made the announcement official on Wednesday (Jan. 19), with reports shortly following throughout the media.
"It's true. That's my wife, I'm her husband," he tells Hiphopnonstop.tv. "We're going to continue to make positive things happen."
According to Sandrarose.com, the couple intends to hold an official wedding and reception for family and friends this June in La. The site also reports that Monica has filed with the Clayton County Dmv to legally change her name.
Congratulations to the happy couple! ...
Monica and La Laker Shannon Brown tied the knot in an intimate civil ceremony on Nov. 22 of last year. Brown made the announcement official on Wednesday (Jan. 19), with reports shortly following throughout the media.
"It's true. That's my wife, I'm her husband," he tells Hiphopnonstop.tv. "We're going to continue to make positive things happen."
According to Sandrarose.com, the couple intends to hold an official wedding and reception for family and friends this June in La. The site also reports that Monica has filed with the Clayton County Dmv to legally change her name.
Congratulations to the happy couple! ...
- 1/21/2011
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
That boy is hers!
R&B singer Monica pulled off a secret wedding to Los Angeles Lakes guard Shannon Brown.
Monica, 30, and Shannon, 25, were married in a private ceremony in Los Angeles on November 22, according to People.
The couple will reportedly tie the knot in an "official" wedding for family and friends in June, according to the mag.
Additionally, the NBA star confirmed the happy news on Wednesday telling Hip-Hop NonStop TV, "It's true. I really don't know what else to say about it - it's true.
"That's my wife, I'm her husband," ...
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R&B singer Monica pulled off a secret wedding to Los Angeles Lakes guard Shannon Brown.
Monica, 30, and Shannon, 25, were married in a private ceremony in Los Angeles on November 22, according to People.
The couple will reportedly tie the knot in an "official" wedding for family and friends in June, according to the mag.
Additionally, the NBA star confirmed the happy news on Wednesday telling Hip-Hop NonStop TV, "It's true. I really don't know what else to say about it - it's true.
"That's my wife, I'm her husband," ...
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- 1/21/2011
- by nobody@accesshollywood.com (AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff)
- Access Hollywood
Monica has tied the knot! The singer confirmed her wedding to Los Angeles Laker guard Shannon Brown to HipHollywood , telling them they held the ceremony at their L.A. home on November 22. "This is a very special time in my life. I am blessed to have married the man that God sent me, he's loving, compassionate, strong and supportive of my children, family and career. I look forward to our lives together," she says. The couple met when Brown appeared in Monica's 2010 video for " Love All Over Me ." Read more...
- 1/21/2011
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Celebs Who Should Get MarriedIntro and Lead PhotoThere's so much going on in the world of entertainment when it comes to love and marriage. If it isn't for NBA baller Shannon Brown admitting that he and singer Monica jumped the broom in a private ceremony in November, it's model Selita Ebanks accidentally mentioning that her bestie Serena Williams and rapper Common may be engaged. Considering how so many Black celebs walked down the aisle in 2010 (a positive example for Black love, if we may say so), we're hoping a few more celebs would follow suit in 2011. Here's our wishlist of long-term celebrity couples we wish would just go on ahead and get married!Nelly and AshantiFor a pair who still hasn't technically confirmed their love since they were captured boo'd up onbeach in 2004, both Nelly,36, and Ashanti, 30, are always photographed looking way more than "just friends." We have no idea...
- 1/21/2011
- Essence
Celebrity EngagementsCelebrity EngagementsBlack love is officially in the air this year after a string of celebrities announced their intentions to jump the broom. From Sherri Shepherd and Vivica A. Fox's significant others surprising their ladies with holiday proposals, to Amerie's longtime beau popping the question in Paris, we're warm and fuzzy just thinking about how excited they must be. While the world rejoices over Prince William and Kate Middleton's upcoming nuptials, here's a look at engagements we're excited about.Chris Paul and Jada CrawleyPerhaps inspired after attending his friends Carmelo Anthony and Lala Vazquez's wedding, New Orleans Hornets player Chris Paul popped the question to Jada Crawley, the mother of his one-year-old son, in September.Vivica A. Fox and Omar "Slimm" WhiteTo date, Fox and "Slimm's" relationship has been on and off again, but the club promoter recently sealed the deal with a romantic proposal and an 8-karat ring over the holidays.
- 1/5/2011
- Essence
Sexiest Couples of 2010Nicole Ari Parker and Boris KodjoeThere are some celebrity couples that make us just wish for their lives. Their gorgeous bodies, the way they look at each other, every thing about them is enviable. While we know it's not right to covet what we can't have, we thought it only fair that we celebrate the love birds that made us jealous all year long. Case in point -- Nicole Ari Parker and delicious hubby Boris Kodjoe. The happily married pair was recently spotted smooching on the sands of Malibu.Paula Patton and Robin Thicke Are PregnantThese two new parents are just so infatuated with each other. Robin Thicke digs his wife Paula's cute smile and dangerous curves and she can't get enough of his sweet voice and beautiful blue eyes. We can only imagine the amount of love they are bestowing on their little one right now.
- 12/17/2010
- Essence
Shannon Brown attending as Shannon Brown of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates his 25th birthday by creating his own milkshake for Charity at Millions of Milkshakes in Culver City on December 5, 2010.Photo copyright by Koi Sojer / PR Photos. Gramma Funk attending as Shannon Brown of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates his 25th birthday by creating his own milkshake for Charity at Millions of Milkshakes in Culver City on December 5, 2010.Photo copyright by Koi Sojer / PR Photos. Shannon Brown attending as Shannon Brown of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates his 25th birthday by creating his own milkshake for Charity at Millions of Milkshakes in Culver City on December 5, 2010.Photo copyright by Koi Sojer /...
- 12/9/2010
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
40th Anniversary: The 2010 Yearbook40th Anniversary: The 2010 YearbookLooking back, 2010 has been a powerful year, filled with tragic deaths and joyful births, messy divorces and new love, natural disasters and selfless acts of heroism. Before we can start a new year, we must look back and review all that has moved us in 2010 — like the always-inspiring First Lady Michele Obama, voice of a country, proud wife and loving mother. In honor of the 40th anniversary of Essence, we take a look back at the highs and lows of the year...Best Example of Black Love: The First CoupleNo one can deny the impact of the First Couple on the African-American family. Every time Barack and Michelle Obama are photographed holding hands or sharing an affectionate kiss they strengthen our belief in Black love. He adores her to no end and she supports him with all her heart. Makes us all warm inside.
- 12/9/2010
- Essence
The former governor's new book, America By Heart, is out next week and bookstores and fans are already preparing for the rush of people when she appears. Shushannah Walshe on how to snag your autographed copy.
Sarah Palin's 16-stop book tour for America By Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag kicks off next Wednesday and although shorter than her last tour (Going Rogue was 35 cities) stores are expecting equally massive crowds.
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Publisher HarperCollins says Palin will be traveling by plane, as she did last year and they-not SarahPAC-are in charge of all planning on the tour and each store is in charge of giving out tickets to book buyers at each location.
So, how do you get in when hundreds or maybe even thousands of your neighbors are also trying to get their Christmas presents signed? Here's...
Sarah Palin's 16-stop book tour for America By Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag kicks off next Wednesday and although shorter than her last tour (Going Rogue was 35 cities) stores are expecting equally massive crowds.
Related story on The Daily Beast: The Best of Brit Lit
Publisher HarperCollins says Palin will be traveling by plane, as she did last year and they-not SarahPAC-are in charge of all planning on the tour and each store is in charge of giving out tickets to book buyers at each location.
So, how do you get in when hundreds or maybe even thousands of your neighbors are also trying to get their Christmas presents signed? Here's...
- 11/17/2010
- by Shushannah Walshe
- The Daily Beast
Last week, Monica returned to Twitter after shutting down her account on the social networking site in mid-October. At the time, the R&B star shared a few choice words concerning her decision."I will no longer be on Twitter... it has also become a way for people to do malicious things, when my sole intent was to spread positivity. I love you guys, but this is better for the protection of my children, my family, fiance and fans...Take care."She now reveals that it wasn't the backlash she received from her engagement to L.A. Laker Shannon Brown that ran her off the social media site, but the fact that she was dealing with a stalker... Here's what you had to say: Indria commented via Facebook: "I've had several stalkers. Don't ever want to experience that again!" Bella wrote via Facebook: "I don't see the point of stalking people.
- 11/15/2010
- Essence
Monica and Shannon Brown attending Monica's 30th birthday party at Philippe Chow.Photo copyright by Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos. Golden Brooks attending Monica's 30th birthday party at Philippe Chow.Photo copyright by Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos. Steph Jones And Saleisha attending Monica's 30th birthday party at Philippe Chow.Photo copyright by Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos. Wesley Jonathan attending Monica's 30th birthday party at Philippe Chow.Photo copyright by Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos. Cathy Griffin attending Monica's 30th birthday party at Philippe Chow.Photo copyright by Allen Berezovsky / PR Photos. 10/24/2010 - Kenny Latimore - Monica's 30th Birthday Party at Philippe Chow - Arrivals - Philippe Chow, 8284 Melrose Avenue - West Hollywood, CA, USA ©...
- 10/29/2010
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Is there a little more spring in your step this morning? Does everything feel just a little less heavy? Is the world generally brighter? That's probably because the NBA season got started last night, and any time there is meaningful basketball in the universe, everything gets better. The NBA kicked off on Tuesday night (October 26) with a trio of great games. The big match-up boasted the regular season debut of the new "Big Three" in Miami as the Heat took on the Boston Celtics. Though LeBron James dropped in 31 points (and went on a very LeBron-esque tear in the second half), the Heat couldn't overcome the sharp shooting of Ray Allen and the swarming, aggressive defense of Rajon Rondo, Kevin Garnett and new Celtic Shaquille O'Neal. Boston ended up taking the victory on their home court in a sloppy game by a score of 88-80.
In Portland, the Trail Blazers...
In Portland, the Trail Blazers...
- 10/27/2010
- by Kyle Anderson
- MTV Newsroom
Monica has reportedly announced that she is engaged to La Lakers player Shannon Brown. The 'The Boy Is Mine' star appeared to reveal the news by posting a photograph of what seemed to be an engagement ring on her Twitter account. She also appeared to reference the engagement when she wrote: "We realize people will have their opinions. That's the way of the world. But we know who we are & who's we are. We pray 2 an awesome God 2gether (sic). "And that is what (more)...
- 10/19/2010
- by By Lara Martin
- Digital Spy
Maybe Khloé Kardashian Odom can give Monica some advice on being a basketball wife. The songbird just got engaged to L.A. Laker Shannon Brown, breaking the news by tweeting a pic of herself wearing a huge rock over the weekend and thanked her supporters for the love. The 29-year-old singer, whose hits include "Before You Walk Out of My Life" and the Grammy-winning duet "The Boy Is Mine" with Brandy, began dating Brown, 24, after he starred in her "Love All Over Me," playing—conveniently enough—the man she marries. After the video wrapped, the duo were spotted vacationing in Cabo in September. On her Twitter, Monica insisted to the doubters...
- 10/18/2010
- E! Online
Monica is now dating L.A. Laker Shannon Brown. The 2006 first round draft pick recently appeared in Monica's "Love All Over Me" music video. After images of the new couple began to circulate, Brown took to Twitter to confirm his romance with Monica and to respond to accusations that the R&B singer split up his relationship with his son's mother...
- 8/22/2010
- Essence
Between La Lakers 2010 champion Shannon Brown and rapper Maino, fans have voted to help Monica determine her groom. With "over 15,000 votes received," the guy who walks down the aisle with her has finally been chosen in this viewers' choice music video of "Love All Over Me".
Last week, a music video serving as a prequel to this new one has been premiered, seeing Monica in a dilemma of deciding the right one whom she should marry and live the rest of her life with. Both of the two clips are directed by Chris Robinson.
"Love All Over Me" is co-written by Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox and Crystal Johnson. The song appears among new tracks in Monica's sixth studio album titled "Still Standing" which has been on sale since March this year.
Last week, a music video serving as a prequel to this new one has been premiered, seeing Monica in a dilemma of deciding the right one whom she should marry and live the rest of her life with. Both of the two clips are directed by Chris Robinson.
"Love All Over Me" is co-written by Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox and Crystal Johnson. The song appears among new tracks in Monica's sixth studio album titled "Still Standing" which has been on sale since March this year.
- 7/24/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Directed by Chris Robinson, "Love All Over Me" music video comes out and sees Monica in dilemma. Someone from the past returns to her life and puts her in doubt whether she must stay with her new lover, played by La Lakers 2010 champion Shannon Brown, or leave him for the old one, portrayed by rapper Maino.
Fans are encouraged to help her choose whom she should marry and live the rest of her life with. They can text Newlove to 66937 for her new love or Oldlove to 66937 for the old one. They can vote on her official website as well. A version of the viewer's choice video will then be premiered on July 23.
"Love All Over Me" is co-written by Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox and Crystal Johnson. It appears among new tracks in Monica's sixth studio album "Still Standing" which has been on sale since March this year.
Fans are encouraged to help her choose whom she should marry and live the rest of her life with. They can text Newlove to 66937 for her new love or Oldlove to 66937 for the old one. They can vote on her official website as well. A version of the viewer's choice video will then be premiered on July 23.
"Love All Over Me" is co-written by Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox and Crystal Johnson. It appears among new tracks in Monica's sixth studio album "Still Standing" which has been on sale since March this year.
- 7/16/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Monica posted on Twitter two images taken from the recent video shoot of her single "Love All Over Me". Judging from the pictures, the clip might feature the singer walking down the aisle with Los Angeles Lakers Shannon Brown playing the leading man.
"Love All Over Me.. It was hard work but will pay off. I want to thank Shannon and Maino for being apart of a long, hard day. God bless," she wrote on the micro-blogging site. "This video truly speaks volumes to something I strongly believe in. And that's following your heart."
"Love All Over Me" is taken from Monica's sixth studio album "Still Standing" which has been made available for purchase since March this year. The music video is directed by Chris Robinson and is yet to have any premiere date.
"Love All Over Me.. It was hard work but will pay off. I want to thank Shannon and Maino for being apart of a long, hard day. God bless," she wrote on the micro-blogging site. "This video truly speaks volumes to something I strongly believe in. And that's following your heart."
"Love All Over Me" is taken from Monica's sixth studio album "Still Standing" which has been made available for purchase since March this year. The music video is directed by Chris Robinson and is yet to have any premiere date.
- 6/25/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Los Angeles-based Magic Rock Entertainment, a branding and distribution partner for independent filmmakers, has added two members to its executive team.
Shannon Brown will serve as senior vp of marketing and Patrick Barry as vp of business development. Both will assist in developing additional channel alliances and client services.
Prior to joining Magic Rock, Brown was president of Equity Marketing, as well as head of worldwide operations for parent company Emak Worldwide.
Barry has fostered new media strategies for brands including "American Idol" and "Speed Racer" for the likes of Warner Music, Warner Bros. and most recently Big Stage Entertainment.
Shannon Brown will serve as senior vp of marketing and Patrick Barry as vp of business development. Both will assist in developing additional channel alliances and client services.
Prior to joining Magic Rock, Brown was president of Equity Marketing, as well as head of worldwide operations for parent company Emak Worldwide.
Barry has fostered new media strategies for brands including "American Idol" and "Speed Racer" for the likes of Warner Music, Warner Bros. and most recently Big Stage Entertainment.
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